Eating mints and candy sweetened with sugar gives bacteria the food they need to produce acid and to produce compounds that smell terrible. Choose 100% xylitol sweetened gum, candy, mints and mouth sprays to be most effective against bad breath. Be sure to brush or gently scrape your tongue each day to prevent bacteria buildup and the compounds causing bad breath.

Four Steps to Being More Kissable

Strive for five exposures to 100% xylitol sweetened products each day

Clean your tongue with toothbrush, scraper or even a washcloth

Starting cleaning between your teeth with sticks, picks or floss with water